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Date: April 13, 2025 Participant: Walter Leal #5550 Race: 2025 M2B Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles Weather: Perfect running conditions. Cool, misty, low 50s.

Consistent Early Splits and Strong Finish Walter Leal, 34, from Newbury Park, CA, participated in the 2025 Mountains 2 Beach Half Marathon, completing the race in 1:34:11. Running for the Conejo Valley Run Club, he held a steady average pace of 7:11 min/mile. Walter's performance included maintaining a consistent early pace, with his best split at mile 3 at 6:40, which is commendable technical pacing. His performance peaked early, placing as high as 43rd among male competitors at one point and maintained competitive division placements throughout. The later splits saw a slowdown, including mile 11 at 7:41, reflecting possible fatigue. Walter still managed to place 12th in his M30-34 division out of many competitors. Focusing on even pacing in the latter stages could enhance overall performance in future races. His commitment and consistency reflect dedication, indicating valuable experience gained for upcoming events. Keep up the great work, Walter!